Peace Region road restrictions take effect Saturday

The Ministry of Transportation has issued load restrictions on numerous roads in the Peace Region.

Load restrictions will be imposed in the Peace River Regional District, starting Saturday, March 6th at 10:00 a.m. The restriction is in effect 24 hours a day, until further notice.

Meanwhile, the Sierra Yo-yo Desan Road will be restricted to 100% legal axle loading between 10:00am and 10:00pm, until further notice. Overweight axle loads, even where permits have previously been issued, will not be permitted onto the road.

For further information on load restrictions, call the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure at 787-3237 or local weigh scales. Updates will also be available on www.drivebc.ca.

The following paved and gravel roads are restricted to 100% OF LEGAL AXLE LOADING: